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ICOM IC-7000 REVIEW

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I wanted to provide this review of the ICOM IC-7000 from a completely non-technical person. I am just a user of the radio with no high tech test equipment or background in electronics.

I am going to provide the review in multiple parts allowing you to ask questions while I go. The first section is the display.

I bought the radio because I liked the display. My idea was to put the radio in my 2007 Jeep Wrangler. My Wrangler has a MYGIG stereo, which includes a 7-inch display for watching DVD’s. The IC-7000 has a very cool feature. There is a video out connection in the back panel. I purchased a cable that has a 1/8 inch stereo plug on one end that connects to the radio and an RCA plug on the other. I just simply connected the cable to my stereo and I had a enlarged view of the display on the stereo.

the biggest problem with the 7k is the HM-151 mike. they really are poor ,sound bassy and won't drive the rig properly unless the compressor is on.
do yourself a favor and send your mike to bob nagy ab5n, IC-7000 Mic Upgrade - Who am I? it will be the best $39.50 you ever spent.
i also had the "extra"wirght added to my mic, it feels much better in my hand now.

Nice Radio.. I just sold one..and sold 706 as well.. both great.. had Mics modified also.. you will enjoy it for sure.. buying new Alinco HF that came out last week.. just playing with radio's LOL..
Doug

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